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Hokitika Guardian, 3 July 1922, Page 2

The Legislative Council met at 10 o’clock’ on Saturday and passed the Imprest Supply Hill through all stages.

Tenders for Evans Hoad, South West land, close at the County Office at noon to-morrow. At the monthly meeting of the County Council in the afternoon the tenders will he dealt with.

Tile “Handilite” Electric Torch is always available for use immediately you pick it up. It never needs any attention. I’riee 3Cs.- —Advt.

The monthly meeting of the Westland Chamber of Commerce takes place at the County Chambers, at "..‘lO o’clock to-morrow evening. The meeting will consider a circular in respect to the visit of the British Empire Exhibition Commission oil the 14th inst.

Mr Peter McKenzie, Inspector of Machinery for the West Coast- district has received notice of transfer to Palmerston Xortli. Be will be succeeded by Mr Alexander from Christchurch. Mr McKenzie is a popular figure throughout the Coast and many friends will hear of his approaching departure with regret.

Persistent coughing at the theatre is very annoying to the audience. It is of course, so unnecessary, for one or two doses of Kofgo will very quickly check the most persistent “harking.” Kof go, the great cough cure is sold by till chemists and grocers, the wholesale distributors being Messrs Griffon and Smith. Ltd., Givymouth.

Mr I*. I!. Climie, organiser of the Canterbury Progress League, returned to Christchurch from an official visit of inspection made last week to the Otira tunnel works. Mr Climie made a thorough inspection of all the works, and gained a large fund of information which he will embody in a special report to be presented to the executive of the League on Wednesday night.

Country residents, send for a “Handilito” Electric Torch to-day. You need it hetausc it never requires recharging. Press the trigger and you have continuous lie-lit. "-i-e 3fis posted from Tomlinson and Gifford. Hevoll St., Hokitika.—Advt.

Says a Christchurch paper:—Mrs W. G. Roberts, who went over to Hokitika recently to establish there a branch of the Mothers’ Union, lias returned to Christchurch. She successfully formed the branch though the membership was not large to begin with, and gave several lectures <>n socalled hygiene to girls. These lectures were well attended, and were the first to be given on the Coast.

A telegram from Wellington states that members of the Land Board expressed their regret yesterday at the resignation of Mr H. McClure as Commissioner of Crown Lands, and spoke highly of his work. One member said that the soldiers in the district should he thankful for the energy and hard work Mr McClure had put in on their behalf. This was endorsed by another member, who said that the sbldiors were extremely fortunate in having n Minister, a Commissioner, and a. Board who had done their utmost for them. Mr McClure had never lost an opportunity of bettering the settlements, and had never spared himself. All- McClure, in replying, said his duties had been onerous, hut it was a labour of love.

It is hoped to have some. a-Gention to tin* Municipal baths in the near future su as to have the baths available for next season. The advice of Air Baker, who is an expert in concrete, lias been taken, and it is hoped to be aide to follow ilis suggestions and have the swimming pool put in proper order in a few weeks’ time. Aji auxiliary pumping plant for a water supply is now under consideration, and artesian water will he looked for adjacent to the baths, where hole will he put down, and if the supply of water is satisfactory pumping will he resorted to to keep the baths full for natatory purposes.

The Hokitika l.ndi-s’ Hockey Club nudor d to Greymouth on Saturday To fulfill their fixture with the Afawliera Chili, and, despite the bitterly cold wind and heavy rain, the match was duly played on the C’obdcn ground. Afr \\ 'lit;' was referee. The game resulted in a draw, neither side scoring, though the visitors upheld their end well, showing they are an improving team. ThoAlawhca C-luh entertained the visittors both in the afternoon and in the evening, when there was a dance tendered them at the Oddfellows’ Hall, which was numerously attended and proved very enjoyable. Subsequently the visitors left for home, voting their trip, despite the rain, a very enjoyable one. thanks to the hospitality of the Afawliera Club.— Argus.

At the Town Hall community singing on Saturday night, just before the singing of “Auld I ang Sync” Afr Evans stated the well-known words of the popular melody which was sung by one and all. all around the world, were composed hv Hubert Burns, the Scotch poet, and master of the old songs so popular everywhere. It was intended to appeal shortly for funds to place a monument of Hubert Burns in Cass Square to assist in improving the appearance of the grounds, and paving a tribute to the great song writer. When the appeal was made. Mr Evans hoped there would lie a worthy response, for all delighted in the songs of Burns, and it would he sonic small way of showing appreciation for the nersonal pleasure derived from the song writer’s works. Tim hearty manner in which “Auld f ang Syne” was sung later showed that the audience were all specially familiar with the words of the master of popular song.

EDEPTH 10 LAMPS: all sizes from 8 to 3000 candle power, half watt and metallic filament, all voltages.—Manning Alaeliinory Co., 5 Pelfo"d Row, Christchurch.

Annual winter sale commencing Friday, June 29th, the great event which puts all other attempts into insignificance. Every Department the greatest bargains that money can buy prevail. The low cut prices clearly indicate our intention to dispose of big stocks at the biggest sacrifices. Profit smashed goods, each and every article positively and substantilaly marked j down for tins big winter clearance. 1 For economy and satisfaction make our stores your shopping headquarters. McOruors (Westland), Ltd., Hokitika and firevmouth,—rAdvt.

After theatre, dance or partj take “NAZOL.” Prevent § chill from changing atmospheres. Convenient for pocket pr hag. Is fid for f't* doses,

Mr T. E. Y. Seddon, M.P. for AVestland, lias been, appointed a Whip for tlie Liberal party.

Alessrs Tomlinson and Gifforl, Electrical Engineers, Revel! St. have a notification of interest in this issue.

A meeting o! the Kiwi senior ana Junior Football Club takes place in the Shed at 7.15 o’clock sharp this evening. Kvety member is requested to attend —Advt

AYo learn, with regret, from an authoritative source, that owing to the loss of machinery and plant in the Wiltshire wreck the official opening of the Otira tunnel is likely to be delayed tiv some four months.

Get a “Handilite Electric Torch to light your way. No batteries to renow. Makes its own electricity. Sold by Tomlinson and Gifford, Electrical Engineers.-—Advt.

All advertisement ill tliis issue dcclnres Mr Richard Wild duly elected a member of the Canterbury Education Board. Mr Wild is to be congratulated on his election to so important a body, and should prove a useful member on the Board.

Mrs ,J. L. Turner, late of Ruatupu purposes opening a business at the end of the week in Weld Street, next to the Railway Hotel. The Station Fruit and Produce Market will supply both wholesale and retail, and a share of public patronage is invited.

Don’t forget to keep Thursday night booked for 'a good night’s dancing in the Supreme Hall in aid of the Girl’s Hearth Fire Club. Everybody is sure of having heaps of fun and also a dainty supper will be provided by the girls. Admission: Ladies Is.; Gentlemen Is 6d.—Advt.

Having purchased a small quantity of sample goods, it will be to your advantage to pay a visit to \V. H. Stopforth’s, and secure some of the following : -Ladies’ silk hose from 4s lid to 1 Is, ladies’ heavy cashmere' hose from ■2s lid to 6s lid, ladies’ vests from 2s lid to Lis lid, men’s all wool vests from 10s lid to 16s 6d, men’s all‘wool cashmere hose 2s lid to 4s lid, men’s fancy -hose 3s lid to 4s Od. men’s heavy police braces at 4s j3d, quality guarnn teed. —Advt.

Schroder and Co., are again to the fore with high grade millinery, furs sports coats, frocks and hosiery. Also Liskurl mats and rugs. Linoleum. Carpet squares and Hearth rugs, all at favourable prices. Inspection pordirtly invited Advt.

Child.en like WADE’S WORM !• iG.S. Safe and certain remedy for

Where is the best place to get value in stockings, blankets, sheetings, towels etc.? Try “Paterson’s” Revell St. opp. National Bank if you have not already done so. and you will never regret it. CO'.onial blankets, white and grey, single 20s 6d. three-quarter 37s 6d, double 40s 6d. Don't forget to inspect our untea cable tweed working trousers and hoy’s shorts; also exceptional values in men’s and boy’s clothing. Tf you arc unable to get into town just post mon-ey-order and we will post goods by return mail. If goods are not satisfactory we w i'il refund the money. Agents for C. Taylor and Co. Expert Dyers and Dry French Cleaners. Satisfaction guaranteed. P.O. Box 86, Hokitika.— Advt.

BELTING bought from us is of guaranteed quality. We stock the famous “ CANDY’S'GENUINE BALATA and also best quality leather belting. Wri'c for quotes.—Manning Machinery Co.. 5 Bedford Row, Christchurch. Be emphatic. Insist on genuine “NAZOL.” Nothing like it for ~preventing or relieving coughs and colds. No c ild is N’azol-proof. 60 doses Is 6d.